News archive 2007
December, 2007
Smith supports the Sick Kids Hospital Campaign
Extra cash for Edinburgh Police a victory for campaigners
Smith slams Scottish Government U-turn on Forth Crossing
We need to tackle the root cause of violent crime
Smith says methadone not the only option for drug addicts
Concerns about Council Officials’ conduct over Newbridge
More must be done on Scots military deaths
Smith calls on Government to commit to future of SportScotland
Finance Statement ‘Slap in the face’ for Edinburgh
SNP must support Police across Scotland
Public must have confidence in bail process
November, 2007
Public Safety must be key to Sentencing Reform
Smith seeks Government support for Soldier Inquest Bill
Smith grills Scottish Government on future of SportScotland
Smith calls for better help for victims of domestic abuse
Smith supports Newbridge Development Application
Smith calls for action to stop more Forth Bridge congestion
Smith seeks answers from Salmond on Police numbers
Scottish Government must safeguard local wildlife
SNP delivering lowest police numbers since devolution
Smith to Introduce Bill to speed up Military Death Inquiries
Controlled Parking is coming to Craigleith
Smith brings Tribunal concerns to Minister
October, 2007
MSP and Local Police back calls for Non-Emergency Police Number
Smith calls for greater focus on knife crime
Smith presses First Minister to support Edinburgh Zoo
Smith calls for permanent hovercraft service across Forth
Smith calls for joint efforts to tackle problem drinking
Smith urges Scottish Government to support Edinburgh recycling
Smith welcomes Council decision on Trams
Smith welcomes Final Business Case for Trams
Smith takes local Forth Bridge concerns to Minister
Scottish Government must confirm Forth Bridge safety
Smith calls for action to tackle reoffending
Smith supports tougher laws to tackle hate crimes
Smith Welcomes Extended Stay for ‘Lion of Scotland’
Smith Hails Planning Committee Support for Corstorphine Hill Green Belt
Smith Welcomes Council Support for Newbridge Regeneration
Smith Calls for Government Action on Class Sizes
Smith Blasts Salmond on Community Sentencing
September, 2007
Smith Remembers Courageous Police Officers
Smith to scrutinise Government’s Rail Link Alternative
Row over independence of judges ‘unprecedented’
Smith Backs Calls for National Non-emergency Police Number
Smith Supports Tougher Action on Business Crime
Smith supports ‘Wear it Pink’ Charity Event
Westminster should follow Scotland’s example
Smith questions Lord Advocate over World’s End case
SNP propose ‘Second Best’ Airport Plan
World’s End trial a ‘major disappointment’ for families
Smith shares Forth Crossing concerns with Transport Scotland
Smith rejects blanket DNA retention
Smith urges Ministers to focus on cutting reoffending
July, 2007
Smith calls for action to tackle drug addiction
June, 2007
Smith welcomes Trams U-Turn and Consultation on Forth Crossing
Executive must ensure crime policies effective
March, 2007
Margaret Smith MSP and Local Lib Dem councillor condemn Corstorphine Hill recommendation
Smith and Grubb campaign for Forth tunnel
Margaret Smith responds to West Edinburgh Planning Framework
Barnton Park Wood planning application rejected
MSP responds to Baird Road housing plans
February, 2007
Margaret Smith pleased that the Royal Highland Showground is to stay in West Edinburgh
Margaret Smith MSP welcomes crossing, backs tunnel
Barnton Park Wood planning application
January, 2007
Margaret Smith congratulates Queen Margaret University on its graduation